There is no denying that my daughter is somewhat of a mini-me. She wanted to have her friends over for a BBQ and to quote my son, “Daddy, you make the best hotdogs ever!” So after spying a hotdog boat on Pizzazzerie {from the very talented, Courtney}, the kiddos were set on the theme of the party. It was simple and sweet. Truly just a playdate where we happened to have set the table as well. The kids made the banners, set the table, and helped decorate the water bottles. Here is the post party wrap up! ……………………..….join the fun 
This aqua caddy {Target} normally houses our art supplies. I took them out for the night and slipped in the cutlery, napkins, and condiments. Nice and easy for passing around the table. The chalkboard label is from the Martha Stewart line. 
……………………where is it from? The most popular question on any post is, “Where is it from? So here are the details. All of the plates, napkins, and cups were from Target last spring. Here is a post I did on end of the year teacher gifts. Well, true to form, I snagged a set of this cute line for myself as well and tucked it away in the pantry. I fell in love with the blue and aqua color scheme. Even did a Friday Eye Candy about this color combo recently. The water bottles we just wrapped in scrapbook paper. My daughter used her sticker letters to put on everyone’s initial. Her idea. Super crafty, that one! The runner is actually a roll of wrapping paper from the $1 section at Target. I always scoop up any cute prints they have. They are a great width for running down your table! 
While I cleaned out our kitchen cabinet, my daughter cut out the triangles for the banner {also her idea}. She insisted we needed a banner. Oh, boy! I am creating a party monster. 
Thank you to my sweet hubby for grilling up the “best hotdogs ever!” and entertaining the kids while they ate. 
……………how-to {hotdog sail} 
I rounded up some darling paper from our local scrapbook store {Pages of Tyme}. I could get lost in there as they have the most amazing papers. I also used striped straws, a glue gun, a hole punch, and grosgrain ribbon. 
{make a pattern for two sails} I just freehanded these and cut out two different sizes. I also labeled them A and B so that I wouldn’t get them mixed up. 
I traced these and my daughter cut them all out. 
{hole punch one sail and tie a knot} 
{overlap the sails & glue together} 
{attach straw to the backside of the sail} 
How precious is this face? We have known these little guys since they were born. They happen to be my son’s age and our daughter’s are the same exact age as well. Such fun to watch them grow and develop their own little friendships. These faces are what life is all about. 
So kudos to my sweet girl for throwing her first party {where she did most of the work}. It was a really fun evening spent with dear friends. What about you? Does the end of summer mean more barbeques and parties? Click below for other children’s parties we have thrown:
Bake Shoppe Party Toddler Birthday Mother Daughter Tea Sundae Party Rainbow Cake
Too cute, Courtney! My older daughter is totally a mini-me too 🙂 Love that you turned a simple playdate into a fun little party. Those are the kinds of great memories kids kids keep with them as they get older!
Dropping by for my daily dose of inspiration, and wow this is such a cute idea. I can't get enough of the red and aqua combo. Love how sweet and creative your kids are 🙂
Your daughter is too cute- definitely got the party planning/decorating gene! And the runner is such a great idea.
Oh Courtney this is just adorable!! Love it!
She did good! We made hot dog boats for dinner one night – just the four of us and my kiddos thought it was the best thing ever. Funny how something so simple can bring such big smiles. Love this color scheme too!
This is SOOO cute. Love those hot dog boats.
You are waaayyy too cute! Hot dog boats look fantastic. Wishing we lived next door so you could help me with my daughters rainbow-themed pool party. I am loving your aqua and bright red color theme<3
Following suit with the previous comments – too cute! I love the colors and your wrapping paper turned runner is so smart.
Ok, you take the cake for cute "casual" get-togethers! Simply ADORE all of this and really hope I can do things like this for my kids one day!!
I can't believe that's just wrapping paper! Totally brilliant, especially for a kids party…then you don't have to worry about them spilling/ruining your cute ones! Ha! I love that this is so simple, but *SO* cute! Such a fun little activity for the little guys!
Alrighty…best mom ever award. You're so awesome. That is all 🙂
It turned out amazing! You are one talented mama! And I have to admit, those hotdogs DO look the best!!! I'm a new fan and follower 🙂
Hope you are having a fabulous week!!!
xx
Holly Foxen Wells
GlamourMash
I recognize those cute plates and napkins! I have a set too…but I'm so stingy about using them. Super cute party…love your table and decor!
This is the cutest party I have ever seen! Love the hot dog boats! First time here! Loving your blog :).
Thanks for sharing!
xox
Ash
http://abpetite.blogspot.com/
Cute, cute party! Yes, you do have an adorable little mini you and what a great party planner she is. The boats are so fun. The kids look like they were having a ball.
You have such a good eye for detail! Thanks so much for the peek into your party.
Holly